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28 Aug 2026

What's a Pension and Why is One Important?

Master your future with Gateway Credit Union’s guide to pensions. Learn how workplace schemes, tax relief, and the State Pension help you retire comfortably.

12 Aug 2026

Lunch and Learn

Discover how Gateway Credit Union helps you save smarter and borrow responsibly. Watch our recorded Lunch & Learn session to build your financial resilience.

11 Aug 2026

Cwmbran Library Drop In

Need face-to-face financial support in Cwmbran? Join our weekly credit union drop-ins every Friday from 10am–12pm at Cwmbran Library. No appointment needed!

10 Aug 2026

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07 Aug 2026

Navigating the Road to Your Next Car: New, Used, and How to Pay

Buying a car? Don't stress. Weigh your options, budget like a pro, and drive away happy with our straightforward advice.

01 Aug 2026

Heading Off to Uni? How to Build Your Financial Resilience From Day One

Heading to uni this September? Learn how to avoid high-cost debt traps, budget like a pro, and build financial resilience with Gateway Credit Union.

25 Jul 2026

Thinking of Buying a New Car Soon? Credit Union Loan vs. PCP Finance Explained

Buying a new car? Compare Credit Union loans vs PCP finance. Learn how ownership, lower payments, and balloon fees affect your wallet before you buy.

19 Jul 2026

Build Your Financial Resilience: Simple Steps to Boost Your Savings

Boost your savings and secure your future. Discover simple, practical steps from Gateway Credit Union to build financial resilience and grow your money today.

03 Jul 2026

Demystifying Open Banking: What It Means for You

What is Open Banking? Learn how Gateway Credit Union uses this secure, fee-free tool to speed up loan applications and simplify your money management.

08 Jun 2026

Buy Now, Pay Later: What You Should Know About the New Rules

New July 2026 rules mean Buy Now, Pay Later faces stricter regulation. Gateway Credit Union explains what these changes mean for your budget and consumer rights.

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Special Events Account

This is the account for you if you want to save for a particular purpose. You set the rules with this account: you can choose whether or not you want to be able to access your savings, or whether to avoid temptation by 'locking' the account until a particular date. You can also set a savings target.

If you want to name a different beneficiary for your Special Events Account you can, making it ideal for leaving a lump sum to children or grandchildren.

You can pay in by any of our payment methods, and can even split your regular payment between your savings and loan accounts. If you like to keep your savings in separate 'pots' you can open several Special Events Accounts.

Like all your other Gateway Savings, your money is 100% safe, and receives an annual dividend when we declare one.  We will send you an annual statement, but you can also get a passbook to record payments, and can ask for a statement or see your balance online at any time.

Gateway members are currently using Special Events Accounts to save for weddings, trips abroad, big birthday and anniversary parties, school proms, a summer holiday fun fund, a new car, home improvements or to leave a sum for funeral expenses. What will you choose to save for?

Open a Special Events Account with this form and your first payment. You can only open a Special Events Account when you are a Gateway member